Assistant Manager: DJERF AVENUE

Leap • New York, NY

1d • $29 - $32

About The Position

Djerf Avenue is a Swedish ready-to-wear and beauty brand focused on timeless design, mindful production, ethical European manufacturing, sustainability, and genuine representation. The Assistant Store Manager joins the brand’s boutique, powered by the Leap Platform, and partners with the Store Manager to lead daily business success. The role supports business priorities, team development, sales performance, and an elevated in-store customer experience. When the Store Manager is absent, the Assistant Store Manager leads the business, ensuring sales goals are pursued, operational standards are maintained, and the team is supported.

The position oversees sales-floor leadership and customer service, helps recruit and develop team members, supports community partnerships and events, and manages daily store execution, including visual merchandising, inventory, scheduling, shipment processing, opening and closing, and operational compliance. The role may serve as Manager on Duty and may assist with market initiatives, new store openings, and business needs as required.

The hourly pay range is $29–$32. Compensation depends on the candidate’s experience, skills, competencies, and qualifications.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of retail leadership experience in boutique, premium, specialty, or customer-focused retail environments.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales, develop high-performing teams, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Strong business acumen and ability to interpret performance metrics and execute strategies that improve results.
• Proven ability to coach, motivate, and develop others through hands-on floor leadership.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, and performance development.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and occasional travel as needed.
• Ability to actively lead on the sales floor, including standing, walking, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Shopify, Endear CRM, Slack, and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Store Manager to achieve sales goals, profitability, and key business objectives.
• Monitor daily business performance, identify opportunities, and help execute strategies to maximize results.
• Lead by example on the sales floor, encouraging effective selling behaviors and customer engagement.
• Create a welcoming, personalized shopping experience that builds customer loyalty and brand affinity.
• Coach the team in thoughtful service, product expertise, and meaningful customer interactions.
• Support customer outreach and local initiatives that encourage repeat business and lasting customer relationships.
• Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop team members through feedback, recognition, and hands-on leadership.
• Help foster an engaged, accountable, and collaborative team culture aligned with brand values.
• Support performance management, succession planning, and talent development in partnership with the Store Manager.
• Represent the brand in the local community through partnerships, events, and in-store activations.
• Collaborate with neighboring Leap-powered stores and assist with market initiatives, new store openings, and business needs as required.
• Oversee daily store execution, including visual merchandising, inventory management, scheduling, shipment processing, opening and closing procedures, and operational compliance.
• Serve as Manager on Duty when needed, leading efficient store operations and maintaining the customer experience.
• Maintain a customer-ready environment that reflects brand standards.
• Oversee sales-floor standards, including organization, replenishment, cleanliness, and overall store presentation.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees averaging 32 or more hours per week.
• AllOne Health Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k).
• Accrued paid time off: full-time hourly employees can accrue up to two weeks (80 hours) annually, subject to busy-season restricted dates and manager approval; part-time hourly employees accrue PTO in accordance with local laws.
• Employee discount and wardrobe allotment for participating Leap brands.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed